Ellie
Meaning of Ellie
Ellie is a charming female name that has been widely loved for generations. It's pronounced as EL-ee (/ˈɛli/) in English. The name Ellie has its roots in English and Greek origins, where it means 'bright, shining one'. It's often used as a diminutive of Eleanor, Ellen, or other names beginning with El-. A popular variation of the name is Ella.
Over the years, Ellie has seen a steady rise in its popularity among parents in the United States. After being relatively uncommon until the late 1990s, it started gaining traction and swiftly climbed up the ranks to become one of the top 50 most chosen baby girl names by 2015. In more recent years, Ellie has consistently held a place within the top 40 names, indicating its continued appeal amongst modern parents seeking a blend of classic charm and contemporary freshness for their daughters' names. It reached its highest rank so far at 29th place in 2020.
Associations with the name Ellie are generally positive and strong due to numerous prominent figures bearing this name across various fields such as entertainment, literature, and sports. These include Academy Award-nominated actress Ellie Kemper known for her role on "The Office", Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Ellie Goulding, and famous children's book character Ellie from "Ellie's Story" by W.Bruce Cameron.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as EL-ee (/ˈɛli/)
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Notable People Named Ellie
| Ellie Goulding - Elena Jane Goulding is a successful English singer and songwriter who rose to fame after signing with Polydor Records in 2009 and releasing her debut extended play. |
| Ellie Madison Carpenter is an Australian professional soccer player known for her role as a defender for French D1 Féminine club Lyon and the Australia national team, with previous stints at Western Sydney Wanderers and Portland Thorns FC. |
| Ellie Simmonds - Eleanor May Simmonds, OBE is a British former Paralympian swimmer who gained national attention by winning two gold medals for Great Britain at the age of 13 in the 2008 Summer Paralympics in Beijing. |
| Ellie Bamber - Eleanor Elizabeth Bamber is an English actress known for her roles in various television series and for winning third prize at the Ian Charleson Awards for her performance in The Lady from the Sea. |
| Ellie Holcomb - Elizabeth Asher Holcomb, an American CCM-folk singer-songwriter from Nashville, Tennessee, is known for her music and as a member of Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors, led by her husband Drew. |
| Ellie Curson - Ellen Rose Curson is a Welsh professional footballer who last played for Yeovil Town Ladies. |
| Ellie Miles is a prominent women's rugby union player from England, known for her role as a scrum-half or wing for Harlequins Ladies in the Premier 15s, with roots in Tunbridge Wells RFC and coaching experience at Tunbridge Wells Girls' Grammar School. |
| Ellie Louise Leach is an English actress recognized for her role as Faye Windass on Coronation Street and for winning the twenty-first series of Strictly Come Dancing. |
| Ellie Krieger is a well-known American registered dietitian, nutritionist, and author who hosts popular cooking shows on Food Network and PBS, focusing on healthy eating and balanced nutrition. |
| Ellie Campbell is the pseudonym for Scottish-born sisters, Pam Burks and Lorraine Campbell, who co-author and publish novels while living in different countries and collaborating through various communication methods. |
| Ellie Green is an English rugby union player who plays for Ealing Trailfinders Women and was part of England's 2021 Women's Six Nations squad. |
| Ellie Gavalas is an Australian rules footballer for the Western Bulldogs in the AFL Women's, previously playing for North Melbourne and signed with the club until 2023. |
| Ellie Challis is a British Paralympic swimmer who competed for Great Britain at the 2020 Summer Paralympics. |
| Ellie M Falconer is an Australian cricketer known for her right-handed batting and right-arm medium bowling, playing for the Melbourne Renegades in the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL). |
| Ellie Faulkner - Eleanor Jane Faulkner is a British competitive swimmer who competed in the 2012 Summer Olympics and the Commonwealth Games. |
